07-09-07 EUR: Beyonce for Big Screen 'Aida'? / We Remember the N-Word

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BEYONCE CONSIDERED FOR BIG SCREEN ‘AIDA’: Disney reportedly in talks with actress-singer to play lead role.
"The Mouse is reportedly already in talks with this pop diva, trying to convince Ms. Knowles to make 'Aida' her follow-up project to 'Dreamgirls,'" says the site, adding, "Starring in the movie version of this Tony Award-winning musical should be a no-brainer for Beyoncé.” Read Full Story

FILM/TV/RADIO BITS: ‘Weeds’ theme song; ‘Luke’s World’ reality show; Steve Harvey dropped in Chi Town.
*Showtime’s original series “Weeds” begins its third season on Monday, Aug. 13 with a new crop of artists taking turns singing the show’s theme song, “Little Boxes.” Read Full Story

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RUSS PARR RAISES THE DVD BAR WITH 'THE LAST STAND': Who knew the popular Radio One DJ was a hella writer/director?
By Ricardo Hazell
Written and directed by Parr, "The Last Stand" is a semi-biographical story from his time as a stand up comic and centers around five friends who start out at the same time in the comedy game. They are played by Guy Torry, Anthony Anderson, Darren DeWitt Henson, Kevin Hart, Tami Roman, Samantha Brown and Todd Williams. Read Full Story

POLICE SHUT DOWN PRINCE SHOW SUNDAY: Gig runs into 4 a.m. music curfew in Minneapolis hometown.
*Minneapolis police sure had a strange way of welcoming Prince back to his hometown Sunday. Cops forced the artist to shut down his early-morning concert at the city’s First Avenue club, made famous in his semi-autobiographical film “Purple Rain.” Read Full Story

LIONEL RICHIE SAYS NICOLE KEEPS APOLOGIZING FOR DUI: Singer says Richie is a victim of increased public scrutiny.
*During his stint at the Essence Music Festival over the weekend, Lionel Richie was bombarded with questions about his pregnant, troubled daughter Nicole, who faces possible jail time for a DUI conviction when she goes to trial Wednesday (July 11). Read Full Story

ALICIA KEYS AUCTIONS IPHONE FOR CHARITY: Singer raises lots of money for Keep a Child Alive.
*Someone entered a winning eBay bid of $100,000 for an iPhone auctioned by Keep a Child Alive, the nonprofit charity championed by singer-songwriter Alicia Keys that provides medicine and support services directly to poor children and families with HIV/AIDS. Read Full Story

BLAIR UNDERWOOD WRAPS DIRECTORIAL DEBUT: Actor guides Ving Rhames in drama, ‘Bridge to Nowhere.’
*Actor Blair Underwood has nothing but positive things to say about his first-ever directing experience, which comes courtesy of the feature film, “The Bridge To Nowhere.” Read Full Story

WE REMEMBER THE N WORD: The NAACP scheduled to send epithet six feet under during funeral services today.
*The NAACP convention in Detroit will see the symbolic burial today of the N-word, which the civil rights organization hopes will encourage others to cease using in any context. Read Full Story

DIDDY INTERESTED IN LONDON CRIB?: Reports follow rumors of breakup with Kim Porter.
*As rumors of his split with longtime girlfriend Kim Porter continue to swirl, Sean “Diddy” Combs reportedly has his sights set on buying property in London. Read Full Story

OBAMA ADDRESSES KATRINA ISSUES AT ESSENCE FEST: Plus Newsweek cover story asks if he can appeal to enough whites to win presidency.
*Speaking before crowds at the Essence Music Festival in New Orleans Thursday, Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama spoke about the importance of addressing the societal ills uncovered by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. Read Full Story

FOXY BROWN ON BACK OF MILK CARTON?: Rapper is reportedly MIA; lawyer says she’s probably somewhere ‘getting some much needed rest.’
*No one in Foxy Brown’s inner circle seems to know where she is, reports the New York Post’s Page Six. Read Full Story

PARKER, LONGORIA FINALLY MARRIED: Couple has two ceremonies in Paris on Saturday.
*With a bevy of celebrity friends on hand, actress Eva Longoria and NBA star Tony Parker got married on Saturday at the Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois Church in Paris, capping months upon months of pre-wedding hype. Read Full Story

TWISTA CALLS ANTI-RAP BILLBOARDS UNFAIR: Rapper speaks out against Chicago church labeling certain rappers “trash.”
*Rapper Twista has responded to church leaders in Chicago who launched a billboard campaign that announces a number of hip hop acts as “trash” and degrading to women. Read Full Story

VENUS WILLIAMS WINS FOURTH WIMBLEDON TITLE: Tennis star disposes of French 18th seed, Marion Bartoli.
*Venus Williams found herself in familiar territory Saturday as the ladies singles champion at Wimbledon – beating 18th seed Marion Bartoli of France 6-4 6-1. Read Full Story

ESPN, FOX WANTS TO AIR BONDS’ 756TH HOMER LIVE: Plus, slugger to skip today’s Home Run Derby to party with Jay-Z.
*Your regularly scheduled program on Fox or ESPN may soon be interrupted by footage of Barry Bonds on the verge of hitting the 756th home run of his career, breaking the all-time record held by Hank Aaron. Read Full Story

WAYNE BRADY EXTENDS VEGAS SHOW: Comic’s variety gig at the Venetian to run through 2008.
*Wayne Brady has opted to extend the contract for his Las Vegas variety show “Making It Up,” which will now run through mid-2008. Read Full Story

EUR DVD REVIEW: The Page Turner (La Tourneuse de pages)
*As an adolescent, Melanie Prouvost (Deborah Francois) exhibited enough potential at the piano to apply for admission to a leading music conservatory in Paris. Read Full Story

EUR FILM REVIEW: License to Wed
By Kam Williams
*Sadie Jones (Mandy Moore) has always had her heart set on one day getting married in St. Augustine's because the church is rumored to have been built by her grandfather. Read Full Story

FEDS FIND PROOF OF DOG FIGHTS ON VICK PROPERTY: Second search done Friday’ filings reveal new details.
*According to documents filed in Richmond, Virginia and obtained by the Associated Press, federal authorities have uncovered ample evidence to support claims of dogfighting on property owned by Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick. Read Full Story

TONY DUNGY LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE BOOK TOUR: Colts coach due to grace ‘GMA,’ ‘Tonight Show’ to plug memoir.
*Beginning today, folks will be seeing a whole lotta Tony Dungy, the Indianapolis Colts head coach who became the first African American to lead a team to victory in the Super Bowl. Read Full Story

MUSIC BITS: Janet gains weight; VH1 Hip Hop Honors tour; Akon, Game anger Aussies.
*A fresh round of photos showing Janet Jackson carrying extra pounds hit the tabloids Friday in force. Read Full Story

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